The Victorian Museum Awards highlight outstanding achievements and service in the museum, gallery and collecting sector. This special event celebrates organisations and individuals whose passion and work build a strong museum industry.

Objectives of the Victorian Museum Awards

1. Raise awareness of museums as effective vehicles for engagement with ideas and communities.
2. Reward and encourage best practice by individuals and organisations.
3. Celebrate the value of museums to local and wider community groups.

2011 Victorian Museum Award Winners

Continuing our work in promoting best practice in all elements of museum operations and
recognising community engagement, Museums Australia (Victoria) were proud to announce the winners of the 2011 Victorian Museum Awards on Thursday 4 August at the National Gallery of Victoria International.

Hosted by special guest Rod Quantock, Museums Australia (Victoria) celebrated the achievements of exceptional museums, their people and programs.

Museums Australia (Victoria) would like to announce the following Award winners:

• The Museums Australia (Victoria) Award for Excellence (Volunteer)
  Dr Sharron Dickman
• The Museums Australia (Victoria) Award for Excellence (Paid Staff)
  Linda Peacock, Collection Manager, Burke Museum
• The TASHCO Systems Award for Volunteer Run Museums
  Benalla Costume and Pioneer Museum
• The Archival Survival Award for Small Museums (2-7 Paid Staff)
  Museo Italiano
• The Museums Australia (Victoria) Award for Medium Museums (8-50 Paid Staff)
  Yarra Ranges Regional Museum
• The Museums Australia (Victoria) Award for Large Museums (51+ Paid Staff)
  Sovereign Hill Museums Association
• The Herald Sun’s People’s Choice Award for Best Museum Experience
  Yarra Ranges Regional Museum
  
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